How far is Stony Creek, IN from Portage, IN?
The driving distance from Stony Creek, IN to Portage, IN is about 95.2 miles (153.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79 miles (127.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stony Creek and Portage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stony Creek and Portage.
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Start on the route
848 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto East County Line Road; South 1200 West
1267 ft · 40 sec · East County Line Road; South 1200 West
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Turn left onto County Road 40
2 mi · 5 min · County Road 40
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Turn right
4.5 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
2649 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto South Main Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
9.8 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Old US 20, Elkhart
2712 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Toledo Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Toledo Road
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Turn right onto Goshen Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Goshen Avenue
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Continue on East Jackson Boulevard
1605 ft · 31 sec · East Jackson Boulevard
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Turn right onto Johnson Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Johnson Street
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Turn left onto East Bristol Street
1574 ft · 35 sec · East Bristol Street
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Turn right onto Cassopolis Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · Cassopolis Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
610 ft · 15 sec
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Continue on I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
922 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
1320 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
67.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Indiana Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward Portage
3121 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
47 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Willowcreek Road
3071 ft · 1 min · Willowcreek Road
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
1906 ft · 50 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stony Creek and Portage.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
67.7 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Stony Creek and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Portage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stony Creek to Portage?
The road trip is about 95.2 miles (153.2 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Roseland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Stony Creek and 46 miles from Portage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79 miles (127.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.67 one way or $25.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Stony Creek and Portage, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Stony Creek and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Portage.
Stop Ideas Near Roseland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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South Bend station
Niles station
Elkhart station
Dowagiac station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stony Creek and Portage. Straight-line distance: 78.96 mi (127.07 km).
#1 Stony Creek
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 3,891 |
| Coordinates | 41.5347700, -85.6499900 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portage
The second most populous city in Porter County, Indiana.
| Population | 90,543 |
| Coordinates | 41.5758700, -87.1761500 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Avenue (-87.17615, 41.575874)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.67 | $25.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.64 | $31.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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